Baclowave-XR 20 Capsule - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is baclowave-xr 20 capsule used for?
Baclowave-XR 20 Capsule contains Baclofen 20mg, a muscle relaxant used to treat muscle spasticity caused by conditions like multiple sclerosis or spinal cord injury. It works by acting on the central nervous system to reduce muscle stiffness and spasms, improving movement and function.
- Generic Name: Baclofen
- Manufacturer: Amazeal Life Science Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: C
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ baclowave-xr 20 capsule Uses & Benefits
Spasticity in multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, cerebral palsy
Off-label uses: Alcohol dependence, trigeminal neuralgia, gastroesophageal reflux disease
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Baclofen |
| Brand Name | Alcofen 10 Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Amazeal Life Science Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | PAIN ANALGESICS |
| Action Class | Skeletal muscle relaxant- Centrally acting |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC, protect from light and moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
GABA-B receptor agonist; inhibits monosynaptic and polysynaptic reflexes at spinal level
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take baclowave-xr 20 capsule
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of baclowave-xr 20 capsule
โ Common Side Effects
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Weakness
- Fatigue
- Nausea
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Respiratory depression
- Seizures
- Hallucinations
- Hypotension
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Hepatotoxicity
- Rash
- Urinary retention
- Paradoxical spasticity
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | Major | Increased CNS depression and sedation |
| Opioid analgesics | Major | Enhanced respiratory depression and sedation |
| MAO inhibitors | Moderate | Increased hypotensive effect |
๐จ Major Interactions
- CNS depressants
- Alcohol
- Tricyclic antidepressants
- MAO inhibitors
โก Moderate Interactions
- Antihypertensives
- Lithium
- Carbamazepine
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Ibuprofen
- Acetaminophen
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
No significant food interactions
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Increased CNS depression; avoid concurrent use
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to baclofen, severe psychiatric disorders, epilepsy (unless controlled)
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Renal function, CNS depression, muscle tone, liver function
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk; use with caution
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care; activated charcoal; consider physostigmine for severe anticholinergic effects
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose; do not double
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.